Ainsworth faces a race against time

QPR boss Ian Holloway is awaiting news on the fitness of Gareth Ainsworth ahead of tonight's game against Wrexham.

The former Wimbledon midfielder has a tight hamstring following Saturday's 0-0 draw against Wycombe and is doubtful for the trip to Wales.

Holloway said: "It's very annoying as there's no one I can bring in. We've only got 16 fit players. Gareth's very stiff and sore so we'll wait and see. It's going to be a test of our resources."

Holloway is still trying to strengthen his squad through the loan market but is unlikely to have any new players before Saturday's visit to Luton.

He added: "I'm always trying to bring in better players but there's nothing imminent. We should have won two out of our three away games but ended up with draws. If we can turn them into wins, then we'll be okay."

Tony Thorpe and Marc Bircham were both expected to resume training today and should be fit for the trip to Kenilworth Road at the weekend.